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Physicists to meet at Kellogg, discuss adding women to field

Kristofer Karol
October 9, 2002

More than 500 nuclear physicists from around the world and 200 students from the United States will inundate Kellogg Center later this week for the fall meeting of the American Physical Society’s Division of Nuclear Physics.MSU’s Cyclotron is sponsoring the event for the third time - the first since 1991 - and local scientists say the conference, which runs from Thursday through Sunday, will focus on several issues.

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Book lovers enjoy new program

Brian Charlton
October 8, 2002

The One Book, One Community program officially kicked off its six-week program Monday with community leaders and free books. More than 150 people attended the “Get Fired Up” event at the Union, where spicy foods, free books and excitement loomed in the air. Kristan Tetens, a university spokesperson who helped develop the program, said the 100 free books provided by Barnes & Noble Booksellers , 333 E.

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Professors launch project to offer support for breast cancer patients

Amy Bartner
October 8, 2002

A collaborative pilot project between professors from two Michigan universities aims to give women support after completing breast cancer treatment.The project, Transition to Survivorship - Following Breast Cancer Treatment, acts as a trial-run support group for women who have recently gone through treatment after the early stages of breast cancer.

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Contestants show business skills to win quest

Carrie Hoover
October 8, 2002

Ambitious entrepreneurs ranging from MSU students to the average Joe with a dream congregated at Kellogg Center for an opportunity to showcase their business skills - and a chance to take home more than just a paycheck. The Michigan Economic Development Corp.

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Undercover rules added to student guide

Kristofer Karol
October 8, 2002

A memo from President M. Peter McPherson released to The State News on Monday said new undercover surveillance guidelines will be placed in the Spartan Life: Student Handbook and Resource Guide starting next year.Spartan Life, which is distributed to all on-campus students, establishes rules and laws for MSU students.The addition is the result of more than a year and a half spent on revising the rules for undercover operations by MSU administrators and student leaders.

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Students camp out for Izzone membership

Benita Mehta
October 7, 2002

Armed with sleeping bags, tents and pillows, about 350 MSU students gave up hours of their weekend in an effort to become members of the Izzone.The Student Alumni Foundation sponsored a campout for tickets in the largest student-operated spirit section in college basketball - the 953-member Izzone.“We got here at 6 a.m.,” English senior Andrea Sprague said.

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Day offers fun for students in search of college

The auditorium of Anthony Hall was packed with about 1,500 students and their parents, all eager to participate in MSU’s Science, Engineering and Technology Day on Saturday.A open-house format directed high school and no-preference MSU students through billboards and guided tours of the 10 MSU colleges participating in the event.

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Area residents run for museum, dinos

Brian Charlton
October 7, 2002

Long before college students rolled out of bed Sunday morning, prehistoric dinosaur skeletons and their supporters roamed the grounds of MSU.Runners, cheering family members, dinosaur lovers and children of all ages ran the MSU Federal Credit Union Dinosaur Dash 5K, which started at the MSU Museum.

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Owning pet might improve health

Researchers discussed the advantages of owning a pet at a conference held this weekend at MSU.The conference, “Cuddle a Critter, Call Me in the Morning

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Slam poet to perform at Akers Hall

Lindsay Frederickson
October 4, 2002

Alix Olson, slam poet, feminist activist and folk artist, will treat audiences to her singular style of energetic, politically charged poetry at the Common Grounds Coffeehouse in Akers Hall today. “I think she’s incredible,” Angela Jones, a member of a music collective called “Longhairz,” said.

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LBGT alliance kicks off Coming Out Days

Tara May
October 4, 2002

National Coming Out Days are being celebrated on campus. In past years, the Alliance of Lesbian-Bi-Gay-Transgendered and Straight Ally Students has passed out educational material during the week, but group president Natalie Furrow said it often ends up tossed on the ground. “Students aren’t very receptive,” Furrow said.

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RHA elects new executive member

Antonio Planas
October 4, 2002

Three students vying for the position of external vice president discussed their views and qualifications to the Residence Halls Association General Assembly Wednesday night.After three hours of scrutiny by the general assembly, international relations sophomore Derek Wallbank was given the position by a majority vote.

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Program lets gardeners grow container plants in fall

Even as the sound of shoes crushing colorful leaves marks the fall season, avid gardeners and plant lovers are ready to soak up some green knowledge at the Fall, Winter and Virtual Container Gardening Program from 10 a.m.

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Colleges gear up for career, majors event

Brian Charlton
October 3, 2002

MSU is expecting more than 2,000 prospective students to swarm campus Saturday for a hands-on open house experience. Ten MSU colleges will participate in Science, Engineering, and Technology Day with hopes of convincing high school students into coming to campus next fall.

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Group shares culture, honors Filipino month

Tara May
October 3, 2002

Catherine Guevarra’s feet jumped quickly in rhythm with the wooden sticks.Moving her body to tinikling, the national dance of the Philippines, the pre-dental sophomore took part in the Philippine American Student Society’s kickoff for Filipino History Month on Wednesday at the rock on Farm Lane.“We just want people to know we’re here,” Guevarra said, who is a member of the society.

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Greeks begin Recruitment

Benita Mehta
October 3, 2002

Recruitment for MSU’s Panhellenic Council begins today. The process consists of three components - phase A, phase B and preference. “Phase A is really a getting to know you phase,” said Elana Pure, Panhellenic Council vice president of external recruitment.